Will no antifreeze cause no heat?
If your radiator is very low on coolant, you’ll get no heat. If your levels are okay, you either have a bad water pump or a thermostat that isn’t opening.
How to tell if car needs thermostat?
Here are the signs your car thermostat is failing:
- The temperature gauge reads high and the engine overheats.
- The temperature changes erratically.
- The vehicle’s coolant leaks around the thermostat or under the vehicle.
When does a Saturn’s series engine fail?
The aftermarket replacements have a quality problem; best bet is to find a low mileage junkyard replacement or order the OE part (~$70). Not hugely common, but still a recurring failure. They usually fail when the engine is hot. You’ll be driving along, and suddenly the engine dies, and won’t restart until it cools.
Why is my fuel pump not working on my Saturn s?
This is caused mainly by overdrawing from the 12v socket, or high power aftermarket accessories drawing from the same circuit. There will be melted plastic around the fuse. The radio, chime module, dome light, 12v socket, and fuel pump are on this circuit. You will probably know about it when the fuel pump stops working.
Why are my coil springs broken on my Saturn s?
-Broken coil springs in 3rd generation (00-02) cars. If you’re doing struts, replace the springs. OE junkyard replacements from a gen-1 or gen-2 car are your best bet. This is caused mainly by overdrawing from the 12v socket, or high power aftermarket accessories drawing from the same circuit.
What causes a Saturn’s to slam into reverse?
This causes the car to “slam” into reverse and/or harsh upshifts, depending on which is worn. It will eventually destroy the line pressure solenoid, which will make for very hard upshifts. If left for a while, it will knock the input shaft nut loose, further worsening the condition of the shifts.
How to troubleshoot the air conditioner in a Saturn s?
Before you start troubleshooting the AC, you’ll want to make sure that the outside temperature is above forty degrees. Then start the car, put the fan switch on, and push the AC button in. Now you should see the compressor clutch in the AC system spinning. If it isn’t, you need to find out why not.
What causes a heating system to stop working?
Common reasons for the heating system not to work include the following: 1 Low coolant 2 Air in the coolant system 3 Malfunctioning heater core 4 Failed (or failing) thermostat
Why does my AC and heating not work in my car?
Potential problems with your car’s HVAC system. The potential issues here vary whether your heating has gone out or your car’s AC system is on the fritz. Common reasons for the heating system not to work include the following: Low coolant. Air in the coolant system.